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"We're thrilled to showcase our new booth design, which reflects the evolution of Virginia Dare and our dedication to being a flavor-first innovator,” says Philip Caputo, Virginia Dare’s marketing & consumer insights manager. “Our new facility has significantly expanded our capabilities, and we can't wait to give visitors a taste of what we can achieve together."

Prepared Foods gets the inside scoop on new product development from Stacey Kinkaid, US Foods vice president of product development & innovation.

Officials praise the new location as more efficient with state-of-the-art equipment upgrades. Moreover, they said it’s designed to accommodate future growth, expansion, and increased output—all without sacrificing lead times.

More than a dozen Seasoning Blends & Packets, BBQ Sauces, and Hot Sauce varieties will be available this month for online shipping and at select grocery stores nationwide, with greater national retail rollout in June.

The interactive platform is not just a digital adventure—but a comprehensive online flavor lexicon. It has unique educational features that help formulators find precise language to articulate their flavor objectives and accelerate the product development cycle.

The hotter and spicier foods get, the hotter their popularity. Prepared Foods’ David Feder interviews Frito Lay’s Jody Denton for an expert look behind the hot and spicy trend.

Chef Chris Koetke speaks from 43 years of experience as a chef, culinary program instructor and culinary business owner.

Epicurated provides unique and compelling perspectives and consists of four topics released quarterly throughout 2024 including Gen Alpha, Food Service, Sports Nutrition, and Alcohol-inspired. Spotlighting ten flavors per release, these presentations provide insight into consumer behaviors and flavor trends, named thematically. 

Did you know that the flavors we perceive are in a constant state of flux? It's a captivating dance between our genes, environment, and life experiences—a symphony of factors that shape our ever-changing palates.

Each month, California-based flavor manufacturer T. Hasegawa USA publishes a report detailing emerging consumer trends in CPG food / beverage and foodservice menus.